1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
